Functional Skills Maths Entry Level - PT Day

There are no formal entry requirement however, you will be required to complete an assessment and interview to check whether this course is suitable for you.
To successfully receive a course offer, you will need to pass the initial assessment. After passing the initial assessment, you will be offered a place in the introductory period of the course (the first 6 weeks starting in September) during which time you will be assessed again to secure a permanent place on the course.
Topics to revise for the assessment include:
Number:
• Percentage
• Divide/ multiply integer/decimals
• Negative number; +, , X, /
• Index numbers
• Fractions; +, , X, / , Equivalent Fractions
• Ratio
• BIDMAS
Geometry
• 3D shapes; properties
• Top and side views(elevations)
• Area perimeter
Probability and statistics
• Simple calculation of probability
• Average, range

This course is for students who need to improve their maths skills in order to progress to Level 1 or 2 or GCSE and further study.

Students are taught as a group for 2 hours per week. They should also do a substantial amount of homework. Lessons are on Tuesday between 5 pm and 7pm. The time and day for next year will be confirmed in the interview

Exams can take place in Jan, March, May, June and July. You have opportunity to pass the exam in one of these sessions. Final dates will be confirmed during the course

The course will take place on Wednesday from 09:30 to 11:30

The course will support students to progress to further study or career.

To apply for a course either click the APPLY NOW button - fill out the form online and submit

OR download an application form here and post it to the address on the form.
When we have received your application we will contact you to arrange an interview time.